#1 New Release at Amazon in first week of release: Just Keep Breathing

In its first week of release, Just Keep Breathing, A Shocking Expose of Letters You Never Imagined a Generation Would Write debuted at #1 among Amazon’s Emotional Self Help titles.

“Readers who need a resource for understanding and approaching the life-changing pitfalls of youth will find much to take away from the book. Dabbs spills his giant-sized heart over every page and challenges readers to begin doing the same as they work to engage with the young folks in their community.“ – Publishers Weekly review

Powerful new book announcements point to the pain and loneliness of today’s teens:

Just Keep Breathing, written by co-authors Reggie Dabbs and John Driver, is an inside look at the letters Reggie has received from students over his 25 years as one of the most sought-after public school speakers in the world. The messages reveal a generation that is hurting and in need of someone who will simply listen and care.

After each letter, the book includes Reggie’s actual response of hope to that individual, equipping readers to in turn help others in crisis by providing both the inspiration and the information needed to respond confidently and appropriately.  As John, a former public school teacher, community youth advocate and mentor, says, “Reggie does not fill a role; he fills a hole. In other words, he offers them what he has to give: genuine concern and love. We cannot always fill roles, but we can always fill holes.”

For a copy of Just Keep Breathing, or to book an interview with authors Reggie Dabbs or John Driver, contact: Judy McDonough Judy.McDonough@harpercollins.com  615-902-1386